When a marriage ends, couples have several legal reasons, or grounds, they can state to get a divorce. The most common of these is irreconcilable differences. This term may sound complicated, but it simply means that the marriage has broken down so completely that there is no chance of fixing it.
Understanding the definition
In New Hampshire, the law says a divorce can be granted based on “irreconcilable differences which have caused the irremediable breakdown of the marriage.” The word “irreconcilable” means something impossible to settle or fix. The word “irremediable” means something that cannot be healed or repaired.
Essentially, the court recognizes the reality that a marriage can just stop working without one person being at fault. The law does not require you to provide a detailed list of every argument or issue that led to the end of the marriage. The court trusts your claim that you and your spouse have fundamental disagreements or conflicts that make it impossible to continue your life together.
No-fault divorce
New Hampshire is a state that offers both no-fault and fault-based divorce options. When you cite irreconcilable differences, you are choosing the no-fault path. This is a much simpler and more direct way to get a divorce because you do not have to prove that your spouse did something wrong.
Choosing the no-fault option can help keep the process focused on reaching a fair agreement on issues like property division and child custody, rather than on who caused the marriage to fail.
Moving forward
The simplicity of a divorce based on irreconcilable differences can help you and your spouse work together more calmly to resolve legal issues. It allows you to move on with your life and focus on building a new future for yourself and your family.
